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Associate of Music

Prepare to transfer into a music program with junior standing. 

Transfer Ready

This degree pathway prepares students who intend to major in music to enter a Bachelors Degree program with sophomore or junior standing. Students work closely with music faculty advisors to ensure that they graduate from TCC prepared to audition for the program of their choice.  

We Are Proud of our Music Program

  • Many adjunct private lesson faculty teach at local four-year colleges
  • We have a high success rate of graduates who transfer into 4 year schools
  • Scholarship money is available for music majors

 

Music at TCC

Find out more about TCC Music programs, ensembles and classes. 

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Associate of Music Degree

Some substitutions may be made for some courses. Students should also contact the Music Department of their intended transfer institution in order to learn of any special course preferences, audition requirements, and transfer placement exams that college may have.

Please consult with an advisor and your chosen four-year school(s), as program and admissions requirements vary and may change without notice.

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

Sample Schedule

This is an example of what your schedule might look like as an Associate of Music student. Keep in mind that the specific courses you take will be based on TCC's degree requirements and the requirements of your intended transfer school. 

Year One    
First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter
MUSC&141 MUSC&142 MUSC&143
MUSC Applied Lessons MUSC Applied Lessons MUSC Applied Lessons
MUSC Performing Ensemble MUSC Performing Ensemble MUSC Performing Ensemble
ENGL& 101 ENGL& 102 or 103 ENVS& 101
Math& 107 or 146 PSYC& 100 ANTH& 100
Year Two    
Fourth Quarter Fifth Quarter Sixth Quarter
MUSC&241 MUSC&242 MUSC&243
MUSC Applied Lessons MUSC Applied Lessons MUSC Applied Lessons
MUSC Performing Ensemble MUSC Performing Ensemble MUSC Performing Ensemble
MUSC 124 Piano I MUSC 125 Piano II MUSC 126 Piano III
Humanities Elective* HIST& 126 CHEM& 110
BIOL& 100    

*Note: If you have finished your language requirement, you can take literature, art, communication, or film to meet your Humanities requirements.